He Renault 5 E-TechRenault 5 E-Tech has been proclaimed winner of the Readers’ Car of the Year AwardReaders’ Car of the Year Award 2025 in its twenty-third edition. After some very close votes, the French electric compact has managed to win over voters thanks to its combination of nostalgic design, cutting-edge technology and an affordable price.
The Ibérica Press contest has experienced a exciting endingthanks to the support that the six finalists have received: Alfa Romeo Junior, Audi A3, BYD Seal U, Citroën C3, Cupra Terramar and his own Renault 5 E-Techwho has ultimately achieved enough support to succeed the Hyundai Kona, which won the twenty-second edition.
The victory of Renault 5 E-Tech It is not only due to its innovative nature, but also to its legacy. This model revives the spirit of the iconic 1972 R5which marked an era as one of the most popular and beloved city cars of its time.
The new E-Tech has managed to recover that essence. His design is a clear homage to the originalwith details such as square headlights, compact lines and striking colors such as the iconic Renault yellow. However, it does not remain stuck in the past. futuristic elementssuch as the digital battery indicator on the hood and an interior that recalls that of the original car, but with state-of-the-art screens, make it a car perfectly adapted to the 21st century.
Incorporates the latest technology with its openR link multimedia system, with integrated Google, in addition to the most advanced ADAS systems. But if the R5 has made the leap into the ‘future’ for something, it has been because of its 100% electric propulsion. It currently offers two power levels: 120 HP and 150 HPalthough a third 95 HP engine will arrive in 2025. Regarding batteries, two capacities are available: 40 kWh and 52 kWhwhich offer ranges of 300 and 400 kilometersrespectively. These figures allow the Renault 5 E-Tech to be as useful on urban journeys as on longer getaways. In addition, fast direct current charging allows recover 80% of the battery in just 30 minutessolving one of the biggest challenges of electric cars.
Without a doubt, a factor that has been decisive in his choice has been his price of purchase. In a market where electric cars usually easily exceed 30,000 euros, the Renault 5 E-Tech is presented as an accessible option. Its basic version, with all the possible aid and discounts, starts in less than 25,000 euros. Even without aid, its initial price is around 32,000 euros, which positions it as a competitive alternative within the compact electric segment.
With this award, the Renault 5 E-Tech consolidates itself as one of the most important models of the year, paving the way for future electric launches. The 23rd edition of the Readers’ Car of the Year Award closes with a clear message: the future can be electric, and the Renault 5 E-Tech is the best example of this.